Public Safety

Wellington has a contract with the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office for law enforcement services. PBSO runs a local substation (District 8) located at 14000 Greenbriar Boulevard. The District 8 Wellington substation can be reached at (561) 688-5447 during their normal business hours (Monday through Friday between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm). There are 63 sworn officers and 78 civilian employees (including crossing guards) at the substation. The commanding officer is Captain Rolando Silva. Wellington spends $9.2 Million per year on law enforcement services.

The 24 hour non-emergency number for the PBSO main headquarters is (561) 688-3000. In an emergency, always dial 911.

Wellington works closely with both the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office and Palm Beach County Fire Rescue to maintain the highest level of services for the residents of Wellington. For additional information on either of these agencies, please click on the links provided below: